Quick answers
- Does Merle Sogge accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Merle Sogge accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of October 2, 2026. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- How many Medicare patients does Merle Sogge see?
- In 2024, CMS data shows 25 Original Medicare patients and 27 services for Merle Sogge. This counts Original Medicare only and measures volume, not quality.
- What is Merle Sogge's NPI number?
- 1619993243. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Medicare activity in 2024
Official CMS public-use data for Merle Sogge, data year 2024 (released May 21, 2026). It covers Original Medicare (fee-for-service) patients only, not Medicare Advantage or other insurance. It shows volume, not quality or outcomes. CMS hides any count of 10 or fewer patients.
| Original Medicare patients | 25 |
|---|---|
| Services billed to Medicare | 27 |
| Different services or procedures | 4 |
| Participating Medicare provider | Yes |
| Average age of these patients | 72 |
Chronic conditions among these patients
Share of this clinician’s Original Medicare patients with each condition, as published by CMS (it describes the patients, not the care given).
- High blood pressure75%
- High cholesterol72%
- Arthritis52%
Hospitals where Merle Sogge works
Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists Merle Sogge at these hospitals (updated October 2, 2026). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians. Star rating and emergency services: Hospital General Information (CMS), data updated October 26, 2026.
- Contra Costa Regional Medical CenterMartinez, CA · Acute Care Hospital · Medicare rating: 4 of 5 stars · Emergency services: listed by Medicare · CCN 050276
Practice locations
Addresses where Merle Sogge is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- 13806 N 46th St, Fairway Oaks CenterTampa, FL 33613 (888) 636‑4727
- 37135 Coleman AveDade City, FL 33525 (888) 636‑4727
- 508 S Habana Ave, Suite 300Tampa, FL 33609 (888) 636‑4727
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Merle Sogge as a member of these groups (CMS data updated October 2, 2026).
- Post Acute Specialists of Florida PLLC15 clinicians in the group
- Inspire Medical Care PA5 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Gastroenterologyprimary
- Internal Medicinealso
Other gastroenterologists in Tampa
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Tampa, FL — not a recommendation.
Other clinicians in Post Acute Specialists of Florida PLLC
Medicare enrollment lists these clinicians in the same group practice — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Oregon Health Sciences University School Of Medicine |
| Graduation year | 1975 (51 years since medical school) |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| Telehealth | Offers telehealth services |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1619993243 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Hospital General Information — CMS, data updated October 26, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated October 2, 2026, retrieved October 29, 2026
- Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider — CMS, data year 2024, released May 21, 2026; Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners - by Provider and Service
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians